4 key men’s swimwear trends to rock this summer

Along with sunscreen, flip flops, your favourite sunnies and a good book, swimming shorts are essential if you’re heading off for a beachy break this summer.

Whether you’ll be lounging by the pool, snorkelling in crystal clear waters, getting active with adventurous water sports – or all of the above – you’ll need beachwear that suits your vacation mode and your personal style.

From stripy shorts to sleek trunks, here are four major men’s swim trends to try this holiday season…

Buffalo Swimming Shorts, £38, Freemans

Go retro with classic side stripes and bright colour blocking, paying homage to Seventies and Eighties styles.

Nike Colourblock 5 Volley Swim Shorts, £38, Jacamo

2. Surfer shorts

Tap into surfer style with relaxed-fit board shorts in snazzy prints.

George at Asda Orange Palm Tree Swim Shorts, £8

3. Geometric prints

The coolest way to do nautical style is with subtle geometric prints.

Threadbare Men’s Navy Geometric Print Swim Shorts, £20

4. Bold briefs

Make a summer style statement in a pair of bright briefs.

Speedo Men’s 7cm Logo Brief Blue/Lilac, £17.15 (were £24.50)